Henle Verlag Schumann R. - Fantasy Pieces Op. 12 (with Appendix: Woo 28)
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Summary of This Score
Fantasy Pieces op. 12 (with appendix: WoO 28) gathers one of Robert Schumann's most emblematic cycles for solo piano. This revised edition highlights the composer's expressive writing, with its contrasts of moods, changes in momentum, and harmonic colors typical of German Romanticism. It features a succession of character pieces, conceived as true miniatures: alternately intimate, impulsive, dreamy, or more dramatic, they invite the pianist to work on musical storytelling, phrase breathing, and touch finesse.
Thanks to its musicological approach, this score is particularly suitable for pianists who wish to rely on a reliable source to build their interpretation, refine details (dynamics, accentuation, voice balance), and develop a stylistically coherent reading. Whether you are seeking a collection to deepen the Schumann aesthetic or a program rich in contrasts, this volume constitutes an excellent working resource. The appendix (WoO 28) completes the set to extend the exploration of Schumann's keyboard language.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Schumann, Robert | Instrumentation | Solo piano |
| Edition | Herttrich, Ernst (revised edition) | ||
Questions frequently asked
For which instrument is the Schumann Fantasiestücke op. 12 sheet music written?
The indicated instrumentation is solo piano, with no other instrumental part mentioned.
What does the WoO 28 appendix of this edition contain?
The volume pairs the Fantasy Pieces op. 12 with an appendix referenced WoO 28. This piece complements the collection dedicated to Robert Schumann’s keyboard works.
Who revised this edition of the Fantasiestücke op. 12?
The revised edition was prepared by Ernst Herttrich. The editorial work is based on a musicological approach. Dynamics, articulation, and voice balance indications are highlighted as working elements in the presentation.
Does this sheet music allow for studying Schumann’s style?
The eight character pieces of op. 12 engage contrasts of mood and harmonic colors characteristic of German Romanticism. Musical narration, phrase breathing, and touch refinement can thus be thoroughly explored.
What is the musical genre of this Henle Verlag edition?
The indicated musical genre is classical, within Robert Schumann’s solo piano repertoire.



